Rachel Hutton
Reporter
FeaturesRachel Hutton writes lifestyle and human-interest stories for the Minnesota Star Tribune. She was previously the editor of Minnesota Monthly and Midwest Home magazines and City Pages' food critic. She's especially interested in profiling notable Minnesotans to explore their impact and complexity and telling stories that reveal the human impact of issues in the news.
Latest from Rachel Hutton
Wondering what to do indoors with kids on a cold day? Visit one of these indoor Twin Cities playgrounds.
We tested 10 municipal play areas around the metro that get kids’ energy out for $10 or less.
January 18, 2026
When the news is too much, find solace in these 10 local spaces
Music, art, nature, beauty all showcase why we live in the Twin Cities.
January 11, 2026
What ICE agents can and can’t do — and what legal rights the public has during encounters
Our FAQ on warrants, masks and what legal observers can document.
January 10, 2026
Editor's Pick
Northern Lights: 11 memorable Minnesotans we lost this year
Legislator Melissa Hortman, baker Marjorie Johnson and Viking Jim Marshall are among those who made lasting change.
December 31, 2025
Minnesota’s magical, maximalist Christmas-shopping tradition
Fifty trees and thousands of handmade ornaments make for one very merry St. Paul shop.
December 16, 2025
‘Rollerdome’ diss launched skating tradition at Minneapolis stadiums
The Vikings need momentum, but U.S. Bank Stadium’s four-wheeled skaters are on a roll.
December 9, 2025
Editor's Pick
Two DJs stalked by the same listener. Is a life of terror the price of being in the public eye?
What made Mary Lucia and Jade Tittle so good at their jobs also brought a decade of abuse. Our desire to “know” on-air personalities puts women, especially, at risk.
December 1, 2025
Move over, Chuck E. Cheese: The Walker’s new kid-friendly exhibit courts families
The Minneapolis museum’s “Show & Tell” features climbable sculptures and a 20,000-piece puzzle.
November 30, 2025
What’s it like to use Waymo? We rode in a driverless car — and would try it again.
The driverless ride-sharing company is expanding to Minneapolis. Here’s how it works and what it’s like.
November 21, 2025
To stave off smartphones, parents answer the landline’s call: ‘I can’t recommend it highly enough’
Nostalgic millennials say home phones keep kids off the internet, ring up conversation skills.
November 10, 2025
Minnesota native and stylist to Hollywood stars dishes on Prince and fashion
Chaise Dennis chats about dressing Emmy winners and offers tips for cold-weather style.
October 23, 2025
Has the country’s greatest giant-pumpkin grower reached the end of his vine?
Tragedy planted the seed for Anoka’s world-record setter. But after a season full of surprises, retirement might be on Travis Gienger’s mind.
October 20, 2025
